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When you live in a community with other people, occasional inconveniences are a part of life. However, if you notice activity that is extreme or consistently breaks local by-laws, please contact the Customer Service.

Please be assured that your identity, and the details of your inquiry or complaint will remain strictly confidential.

The Clean Yard By-law deals with the maintenance of all properties and yards within the Town of Tillsonburg. All property owners are required to maintain yards and lots in accordance with the standard of this by-law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact if I have a question or complaint about the condition of a yard inTillsonburg?

Contact the number on the bottom of the page.

How long can my grass be?

Grass and weeds must not exceed 20 cm (8 inch) in height.

Can I store waste on my lawn, since it is my property?

Owners must ensure that their land is kept free and clear of garbage,domestic, industrial, construction waste or waste material of any kind. Garbageshould be put out on the appropriate day with an attached Oxford County bagtag. Many items such as yard waste, large items; i.e. old furniture may betaken to the Tillsonburg Transfer Station free of charge.

What is standing water? How can I avoid it?

Standing water is any water, other than a natural body of water thatexists on a permanent basis. Standing water can be avoided by ensuring that thefollowing items are in good repair and working condition: swimming pool, hottub, wading pool, drainage swale or artificial pond. All buckets, wheel barrels,and small forms of standing water should be dumped on a regular basis.

What does the Clean Yard By-law say about composting?

There are 10 general conditions contained in the bylaw related to composting. In general, residents need to ensure that all composting takes place in a container, pile or digester. Compost bins may only be placed in back or side yards, and must be kept at least 0.6 m (2 ft) from any property line.

What is considered an inoperable vehicle?

A vehicle is inoperable if it is missing any parts, no valid licence or current insurance.

Animals

The Animal Care and Control Bylaw sets limits on the type of animals that you can have living with you, the number of animals you can own and how those animals must behave. Aggressive behaviour and excessive barking, for instance, are not allowed. The bylaw also outlines expectations for pet owners (leashing, licencing, picking up waste etc.).

1) Pay by mail: Mail a cheque or money order to the address on the ticket. Please make a cheque payable to Town of Tillsonburg. DO NOT MAIL CASH.

2) Pay in Person: Cash, cheque, money order or debit card are all accepted at the Customer Service Centre.

My livelihood is driving a Transport Truck, and I live in town...where can I park it?

You can park your truck at the Tri-County Truck and Trailer Park located at 70 Spruce Street. This is a private lot on which to park your truck and trailer. There are a limited number of lanes available. Call and reserve your lane by phoning 519-866-5444.

Where can I obtain an Accessible Parking Permit Application?

Application forms are available from your medical practitioner or can be obtained from Service Ontario. Service Ontario is located at 1 Library Lane in Tillsonburg. Please note that your doctor must complete and sign the application.

Property Standards

The Property Standards By-law sets out the Town's expectations for lands and buildings within Tillsonburg. It includes limitations on what can be stored in residential yards, and addresses property maintenance and occupancy standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact if I have a concern about a building's Property Standards?

By-law Enforcement inquires or complaints can be directed to the contact number below. If you are a tenant, you need to inform your landlord in writing first listing the violations and allowing a reasonable time frame for the violations to be corrected. An officer will request a copy of the dated letter that was given to the property owner as part of the investigation.

Who is responsible for maintaining Property Standards?

The property owner is responsible for ensuring that buildings and properties are being maintained.

Who can I contact if my landlord is trying towrongfully evict me?

You can contact the Landlord/Tenant Board by calling 1-888-332-3234 or by going to their website.